Job Description
PROJECT BACKGROUND
The Asia Low Carbon Buildings Transition (ALCBT) project (2023–2028) is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) under the International Climate Initiative (IKI). Led by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), the project is implemented in Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam in partnership with the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), and HEAT International.
The project aims to catalyze nationwide transitions towards low-carbon buildings (LCBs) by addressing regulatory, capacity, and financing gaps. One of the key ALCBT outputs focuses on mobilizing investments for bankable low-carbon building projects. To achieve this, GGGI seeks an Individual Consultant to identify, longlist, and shortlist LCB project opportunities in Thailand that demonstrate potential for financing and replication. To learn more please visit about ALCBT web page.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
To achieve the project objectives, GGGI is looking for an individual consultant to develop a robust investment pipeline of low-carbon building projects in Thailand by:
- Identifying and screening potential low-carbon building (LCB) projects through desk research, stakeholder consultations, and industry outreach.
- Preparing a longlist of potential projects and conducting initial screening.
- Evaluating shortlisted projects based on technical, financial, and investment readiness.
- Providing recommendations on priority projects for investment mobilization under the ALCBT project.
The Consultant will work closely with GGGI Thailand, the ALCBT regional team, and stakeholders, performing the following tasks:
Task 1. Inception and Workplan
- Develop an inception report outlining the methodology, evaluation criteria, and workplan.
Task 2. Market Scanning and Project Identification
- Conduct desktop research and engage with developers, financial institutions, ESCOs, building councils, and regulators to collect project-level data.
- Map the initial pool of candidate projects across various building types, including commercial, residential, public and institutional facilities, mixed-use developments, as well as buildings located in industrial zones and warehouses.
Task 3. Longlisting of LCB Projects
- Prepare a longlist of potential LCB projects.
- Develop a questionnaire survey/data collection template to collect information on project ownership, design, financing structures, permitting status, and estimated GHG mitigation potential.
- Develop screening criteria and conduct initial screening based on jointly agreed criteria with GGGI (e.g., scalability, bankability, policy alignment).
Task 4. Shortlisting of LCB Projects
- Assess longlisted projects using relevant evaluation criteria e.g. technical, financial, investment, regulation, etc.
- Conduct consultations, site visits, and interviews (if required) to verify data.
- Prepare a shortlist of at least 20 high-potential LCB projects with profiles suitable for further structuring and investment mobilization, with a total investment size of at least EUR 24 million.
- The consultant, with support, will also gather relevant data for GGGI to conduct due diligence and prepare a pitching deck (information memorandum).
Task 5. Final Reporting
- Prepare a final report summarizing methodology, findings, longlisted projects, shortlisted candidates, and investment recommendations.
Travel arrangements
The Consultant is responsible for all travel expenses, unless GGGI requests the travel and agrees otherwise in writing on a case-by-case basis.
Reporting Arrangements
The Consultant’s work progress will be monitored primarily through periodic review meetings, the precise schedule of which is to be determined based on consultation with the Consultant. The Consultant is deemed to demonstrate the following Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Timely response to GGGI email communications within 48 hours
- Submission of deliverables 100% on time
- Deliverables meet 100% satisfaction and quality assurance from GGGI.
The Consultant’s work progress will be monitored primarily through periodic virtual review meetings, the precise schedule of which is to be determined based on consultation with the Consultant. The Consulting pays all travel related expenses.
EXPERTISE REQUIRED
- Master’s degree in finance, economics, sustainable development, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience in sustainable buildings, energy efficiency, green finance, or investment mobilization.
- Proven track record in conducting project origination, pipeline development, or investment due diligence.
- Strong understanding of Thailand’s building energy efficiency standards and regulatory landscape.
- Familiarity with green financial instruments (concessional loan, guarantee, blended finance).
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with financial institutions, developers, ESCOs, and government agencies.
- Advanced proficiency in Thai and English (written and spoken).
Contract Duration: 6 months
DEADLINE: November 17, 2025
